The Times They Are a-Changin

[gerefan2]

A few early signs I notice that makes me think better times are coming (slowly).

Two large blocks of shops near me, which have been closed for a year or two, have been refurbished and Mr Ef (Mr F?) has reopened a new massage place. (Lady massuese)

The guys selling fake wrist watches has returned to Jomtien Complex.

The flower sellers in Jomtien Complex have returned. My favourite Vietnamese flower seller tells me he is returning too next week.

The “blind” singer and his escort have returned to walk the Soi.

A “new” beer bar has opened in Sunee.

Closing time, in some areas, is being “stretched”.

Two new Arab cafes have opened on Soi Yensabai.

And finally....more Arabs are to be seen in the area...

Anyway, I’m only a tourist so what do I know!

[Nirish guy]

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So a new lady massage has opened, the fake watches are back on sale, beggars have returned and the place is coming down with Arabs again - well, that's me sold, where do I buy my ticket !! :))

I'm joking, I know you're just saying life is slowly returning - but if that's the metrics we've to gauge life returning by I guess we've a while to go before all these billionaire tourists that TAT seems to think will be flocking to Pattaya shortly will be arriving anytime soon still !

[goji]

Anyway, I’m only a tourist so what do I know!

I'm glad you're not getting ideas above your station! We know the only ones with the standing to comment are residents, not just any residents, but those who haven't been to a gay bar for 5 years.

I've also seen new restaurants opening in South Pattaya in 2022. If they don't run out of cash, they will be ready for when the junta relax restrictions on inbound travel.

[cdnmatt]

As long as there will be sweet and gorgeous 19 year olds floating around willing to sit on my lap freshly showered wearing only a towel, I'll be there April 2023 with my rainbow colored speedo and booby tassles on.

[Nirish guy]

I'll be there April 2023 with my rainbow colored speedo and booby tassles on.

Well that settles it then - get me to a travel agent fast so they can get me booked as if fake watches and beggars weren't enough to attract me we've now got Matt in his booby tassles !! lol

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[dab69]

Not to forget the really good coffee.

Now aren't you glad you're vacationing there and
didn't listen to the naysayers?